Is Conventional Management of Hyperpigmentation Still the Best Choice? -- A Case Report

Background: A normal gingiva is generally “salmon” pink in color. Varying degrees of brownish pigmentation may be seen Blacks (seldom also Caucasians). Those who exhibit gingival hyperpigmentation face aesthetic problems.
 Objective: To describe the treatment a 29-yearold male attending Department Periodontics Clinic, Universitas Padjadjaran, exhibiting excessive staining on gums right to left canine region upper and lower jaw.
 Case Report: This case was managed through conventional method using scalpel.
 Results: Gingiva that had this eliminated exhibited good aesthetic.
 Conclusion: The management still best choice solve an problem with simpler safer technique, at more affordable costs.
 Keywords: hyperpigmentation, gum staining, surgery